Book Review Policy
My name is Ron Samul and I am an educator and writer. I am open to reviewing books in the areas specified below. Please check that list. If your book doesn't fit but you think I might be interested please send me an email. Offbeat titles tend to be my own selection.
Genres of Interest
Novels
Short Story Collections
Literary Fiction
Nonfiction (ocean, fishing, diving, conservation, sailing, boating, adventure)
Nautical (Historical Nautical)
Graphic Novels
Young Adult
World Literature
Dystopia
Historical Fiction
Graphic Novels
Higher Education (Topics)
Will consider independent writers and projects (send me an email).
Books I Will Not Review
Romance
Biographies
Tell-All
Self Help
Children's Books
Fantasy
Horror
Acceptable Formats
Physical Copies (Advanced Reading Copies)
Digital Copies (Kindle Format, would consider PDF copies)
Information with a Title
Standard book information
Release Date (if relevant)
Publisher
ISBN
Anything that I should know about the writer that isn't included in the book.
The Book Review Process
Important: Because I've received a digital or physical copy of the book does not guarantee a review. It will take time to read and write a review so I won't post an immediate review. I reserve the right to NOT review your book based on personal factors (quality, topic, or time to read). When I produce a review it is posted on Amazon, Good Reads, on my Twitter and Facebook accounts, and other connective points.
While I write reviews for Library Journal, my reviews on this site do not reflect, connect, or allow you to connect their services with my name. To obtain a Library Journal review you must send your book to them and follow their process. I cannot and will not request titles from them on your behalf.
Advanced Reading Copy
If I agree to review an advanced reading copy, I will make every effort to post the review before the release date.
Honest Reviews
I am not paid to review books. I will give an honest review of the book which may include areas where a title under-performed. I will be respectful and professional in the presentation of all elements in the book reviews. I reserve the right to NOT review a title if I think it will likely result in a poor review (two stars or less).
If you have questions or not sure your title is a good fit, just send me an email. I am an educator and writer and know the hard work that goes into your work. I also know the value of professional and respectful discourse on the nature of writing.
Thank you for reading this far down.
Ron Samul
ronsamulwriter@gmail.com
Places Where Reviews Are Posted
My name is Ron Samul and I am an educator and writer. I am open to reviewing books in the areas specified below. Please check that list. If your book doesn't fit but you think I might be interested please send me an email. Offbeat titles tend to be my own selection.
Genres of Interest
Novels
Short Story Collections
Literary Fiction
Nonfiction (ocean, fishing, diving, conservation, sailing, boating, adventure)
Nautical (Historical Nautical)
Graphic Novels
Young Adult
World Literature
Dystopia
Historical Fiction
Graphic Novels
Higher Education (Topics)
Will consider independent writers and projects (send me an email).
Books I Will Not Review
Romance
Biographies
Tell-All
Self Help
Children's Books
Fantasy
Horror
Acceptable Formats
Physical Copies (Advanced Reading Copies)
Digital Copies (Kindle Format, would consider PDF copies)
Information with a Title
Standard book information
Release Date (if relevant)
Publisher
ISBN
Anything that I should know about the writer that isn't included in the book.
The Book Review Process
Important: Because I've received a digital or physical copy of the book does not guarantee a review. It will take time to read and write a review so I won't post an immediate review. I reserve the right to NOT review your book based on personal factors (quality, topic, or time to read). When I produce a review it is posted on Amazon, Good Reads, on my Twitter and Facebook accounts, and other connective points.
While I write reviews for Library Journal, my reviews on this site do not reflect, connect, or allow you to connect their services with my name. To obtain a Library Journal review you must send your book to them and follow their process. I cannot and will not request titles from them on your behalf.
Advanced Reading Copy
If I agree to review an advanced reading copy, I will make every effort to post the review before the release date.
Honest Reviews
I am not paid to review books. I will give an honest review of the book which may include areas where a title under-performed. I will be respectful and professional in the presentation of all elements in the book reviews. I reserve the right to NOT review a title if I think it will likely result in a poor review (two stars or less).
If you have questions or not sure your title is a good fit, just send me an email. I am an educator and writer and know the hard work that goes into your work. I also know the value of professional and respectful discourse on the nature of writing.
Thank you for reading this far down.
Ron Samul
ronsamulwriter@gmail.com
Places Where Reviews Are Posted
Amazon
Goodreads
Netgalley
